Long Island Grown Lecture Series: Making the Case for Native Plants
March 14, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Peconic Land Trust Office, 296 Hampton Road, Southampton
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Native plants are an important component of today’s garden, but if you’re curious to learn more about their value to wildlife and how to source them locally, please join us for the first conversation in our 2026 lecture series. You’ll hear from local native plant specialists Matt Daly of North Fork Natives, Jim Glover of Glover Perennials, and Polly Weigand of L.I. Native Plant Initiative (LINPI). Our moderator is Alicia Whitaker, President of the Westhampton Garden Club. Refreshments and social hour will follow the conversation.
$20/person. $10 for Bridge Gardens Members. Space is limited, reservations required. Rain or shine. Click here to register! |
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Resilient Long Island Symposium
March 20, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sondra & David S. Mack Student Center, 200 Hofstra University, Hempstead
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The Peconic Land Trust is a co-sponsor of one of Long Island’s largest symposiums hosted by the Long Island Native Plant Initiative and Long Island Invasive Species Management Area at Hofstra University. Ideal for community members, researchers, and professionals interested in promoting resilient ecological communities. This symposium features a series of presentations, interactive workshops, and more!
For more information on speakers, programming and to reserve, visit LIISMA.org. |
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Starting Seeds at the Farm
March 21, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Quail Hill Farm, Deep Lane, Amagansett
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| Join us for our annual seeding workshop and help the farm get a start for this year’s growing season! Meet at the greenhouse and enjoy this peaceful activity led by Farm Manager Madison Aldrich. You’ll plant a variety of seeds in the growing trays and learn about the importance of healthy soil and methods for making and using compost. All participants are invited to return on May 16th to help transplant the seedlings into the fields.
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Early Spring Bird Walk
March 28, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Granttham Preserve, 4146 Sound Avenue, Riverhead
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The Granttham Preserve’s woodland trail, undisturbed meadow and Long Island Sound frontage offer the perfect habitat to view a variety of birds. Please join us for this walk led by naturalist Mary Laura Lamont. You may see red tailed hawks, Northern harriers and other birds of prey as well as early migrants such as phoebes, kinglets, and more. Bring binoculars, water bottle and wear weather-appropriate attire. Program in partnership with Hallock State Park Preserve.
$5/person suggested donation. Space is limited, reservations required. Rain cancels.
Click here to register!
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Plan Ahead – Reserve Your Spot Today!
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| Peconic Land Trust | 631.283.3195 | Info@PeconicLandTrust.org
Peconic Land Trust conserves Long Island’s working farms, natural lands, and heritage for our communities now and in the future. To learn more, visit us online at www.PeconicLandTrust.org.
The Peconic Land Trust is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The majority of our support comes from our donors! We do not receive the 2% real estate transfer tax. Click here to learn more.
Financial Disclosure Statement: A copy of the last financial report filed with the New York State Attorney General may be obtained in writing to: New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau, Attn: FOIL Officer, 28 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10005 or Peconic Land Trust. |
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